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Home • News

Work It Out!

Follow through on your resolution and kick off the year with these essentials.
By Bettina Prophete · Updated October 27, 2020
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Strapped

Get ultimate comfort and support.

“Ultimate” sports bra, Panache Sport, $68, 28B-40H, townshop.com.

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02
Bottled Up

Go green and carry your water in this nontoxic, sturdy, recyclable glass bottle.

“Dive” bottle, Bkr, $28, mybkr.com.

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03
Sweet Tee

Train hard and stay dry in this V-neck.

“Vapor Powertrain” tee, Champion, $20, championusa.com.

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04
Spiked

A travel-friendly foam roller that target-massages to increase circulation and flexibility.

“Grid Mini” Massager, Trigger Point Performance Therapy, $25, tptherapy.com.

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05
Music To My Ears

Enjoy music or take calls with this fuss-free wireless set.

“Exercise Freak” IN-EAR HEADPHONES, Denon, $149, amazon.com.

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06
Hot Pants

Stay warm in this fabric blend. It moves sweat away from the body. Plus, it has a pocket for keys.

“Dri-Fit Epic Run” tights, Nike, $85, nike.com (available after January 1, 2014).

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Touch And Go

Easily swipe through your tunes using the finger pad when exercising outdoors.

“Pulse Lite Glove II” set, Brooks, $25, brooksrunning.com.

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08
On The Run

These lightweight, compact shoes have superior cushioning. Pair them with mesh socks for optimum breathability.

“Formlite Xt Ultra Fluo” SNEAKERS, Puma, $70, shop.puma.com.

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Covered Up

The thin layer holds in your body heat to keep you warmer longer.

“Coldgear Infrared Evo” Hoodie, Under Armour, $65, ua.com.

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Top It Off

No more excuses! This wrap wicks away moisture to keep your hair flat, allowing you to be active.

Gym Wrap, Save Your Do, $30, saveyourdo.com.

Work It Out!
BRIAN HENN